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Next cohort starts November 15.

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Next cohort starts November 15.

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Build a real project colleges can't ignore.

We help students become exceptional candidates for top colleges, careers, and beyond by developing the skills, projects, and stories that set them apart.

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AI and software

Coding an AI tool that real people use

Our students

Real students. Real results.

Founded a scientific journal featuring top cancer researchers.
UC Berkeley

Founded a pet apparel company for pets earning over $1,000.
West Point

Started a nonprofit, raising $15,000 in funding.
UPenn

Coached his middle school math team to a regional championship.
Johns Hopkins

Developed a student leadership and advocacy initiative.
Spelman

Organized a career exploration day at her high school.
NYU

Created a school gardening initiative promoting sustainability.
Dartmouth

Started a mentorship initiative teaching younger students.
Harvard

Launched a student mental health awareness initiative.
UVA

Founded his school's first Black Student Union.
Princeton

Developed an AI chatbot to teach Japanese interactively.
Harvard

Produced an educational animation on microplastic pollution.
NYU

Built an AI powered study tool for students.
Howard

Became a Genius Olympiad finalist and created a composting initiative.
Georgetown

Founded a social media marketing agency supporting local businesses.
Rutgers

Created a research journal on how Alzheimer's can be identified by biomarkers.
Boston College

Launched an apparel business raising awareness about domestic violence victims.
Villanova

Founded an internship program at her high school.
Boston University

我们最擅长的事

我们的服务

能力培养

研究、写作、编程、设计和演讲，在一对一指导下通过真实项目学会。

大学申请定位

文书、申请材料，以及一条把孩子所有成果串联起来的清晰主线。

面向大学申请的 Capstone 项目

一个真实的项目，例如研究论文、公益组织、创业公司、应用或影片，让大学申请脱颖而出。

面向高中申请的 Capstone 项目

为申请私立高中和寄宿高中的低年级学生量身设计的项目。

职业探索

学生通过在某个领域做真实的工作来检验兴趣，凭实际经历而不是猜测来选择专业和方向。

竞赛与奖项

挑选合适的竞赛，并准备参赛作品、展示和评审环节。

Why Families Choose NextBound

A Clear Program, and the Outcomes to Back It Up

项目如何进行

项目介绍

12 周完成一个真实项目

一对一导师指导，把孩子的兴趣变成原创研究、创业项目、技术产品或社区行动。

获取手册

项目如何进行

项目介绍

12 周完成一个真实项目

一对一导师指导，把孩子的兴趣变成原创研究、创业项目、技术产品或社区行动。

获取手册

of our students get into one of their top 3 choices.

students supported across capstone projects, admissions strategy, and more.

After getting into college, NextBound students go on to work at companies like…

our college admissions FRAMEWORK

A Clear Strategy for Building a Standout Application

A Clear Strategy for Building a
Standout Application

01. Understand Where You Stand

We start by analyzing your student’s current profile across the key areas top colleges evaluate. This becomes your student’s starting point—and strategic advantage.

01. Understand Where You Stand

We start by analyzing your student’s current profile across the key areas top colleges evaluate. This becomes your student’s starting point—and strategic advantage.

02. Match With a Team of Experts

Once we identify the gap, we assemble a team of experts to help your student close it.

02. Match With a Team of Experts

Once we identify the gap, we assemble a team of experts to help your student close it.

An interest

A finished project

03. Turn Interests Into Outcomes in Just 12 Weeks

Your student builds a real capstone with a private mentor: a startup, a study, an app, a nonprofit, a film. In just 12 weeks, an interest becomes a finished project. Longer programs available.

03. Turn Interests Into Outcomes in Just 12 Weeks

Your student builds a real capstone with a private mentor: a startup, a study, an app, a nonprofit, a film. In just 12 weeks, an interest becomes a finished project. Longer programs available.

Research

Prototype

Pitch

Ship

AI as a tool, not a shortcut

04. Develop Real-World Experiences and AI Skills

Research, prototyping, pitching, shipping. Your student gains real experience and learns to use AI the way professionals do: as a tool, not a shortcut.

04. Develop Real-World Experiences and AI Skills

Research, prototyping, pitching, shipping. Your student gains real experience and learns to use AI the way professionals do: as a tool, not a shortcut.

College Admissions Essay

Essay Coach

05. Craft a Compelling Narrative

We turn everything your student builds into a clear, compelling story that gets them in.

05. Craft a Compelling Narrative

We turn everything your student builds into a clear, compelling story that gets them in.

Get Accepted to…

Harvard

06. Translate Work Into Admissions

With a clear narrative and cohesive, polished application, we ensure that your student’s profile stands out in a competitive pool of applicants.

06. Translate Work Into Admissions

With a clear narrative and cohesive, polished application, we ensure that your student’s profile stands out in a competitive pool of applicants.

capstone projects

Real Projects That Open Real Doors

NextBound students don't just talk about changing the world — they build things that prove it.

...

Producing student-led growth strategy for local businesses.

Build a real startup, brand, or strategy project that solves problems and reaches customers.

Conducting environmental research to drive real-world change.

Work with one of our PhD coaches to write and publish research, then turn your ideas into a real initiative, product, or website.

Developing AI-powered tools for focus and personalized learning.

Design apps, AI tools, or technical products that solve meaningful real-world challenges.

Helping immigrant families build confidence through language.

Launch an initiative that creates real impact in your community or for people around the world.

Turning sound into immersive visual storytelling.

Create films, music, designs, and visual stories that showcase your creativity and personal voice.

student success stories

What NextBound Students Have to Say

Dartmouth

Lina

"The project became one of the strongest parts of my application.”

UC Berkeley

Param

“I didn’t just get into a great college — I found direction beyond it.”

Harvard

Shanina

"For the first time, my story actually felt like mine."

NYU

Ava

"Helps foster a good foundation not only for college, but for networking & igniting your passion too."

Rutgers

Paul

"Everything is your idea, but they help you push it forward...and I think that's the best part."

UPenn

Marie

"I built something real, got press coverage for it, and got sent a handwritten letter about my project."

Princeton

Chris

"I was able to hammer down an entrepreneurial project that I was passionate about AND enhance my application.”

Spelman

Avery

"When I was submitting the application, I really felt like I was submitting the best version of myself."

Georgetown

Kaitlyn

"THE step to take if you want to have a better understanding of what you want to do in the future."

Dartmouth

Lina

"The project became one of the strongest parts of my application.”

UC Berkeley

Param

“I didn’t just get into a great college — I found direction beyond it.”

Harvard

Shanina

"For the first time, my story actually felt like mine."

NYU

Ava

"Helps foster a good foundation not only for college, but for networking & igniting your passion too."

Rutgers

Paul

"Everything is your idea, but they help you push it forward...and I think that's the best part."

UPenn

Marie

"I built something real, got press coverage for it, and got sent a handwritten letter about my project."

Princeton

Chris

"I was able to hammer down an entrepreneurial project that I was passionate about AND enhance my application.”

Spelman

Avery

"When I was submitting the application, I really felt like I was submitting the best version of myself."

Georgetown

Kaitlyn

"THE step to take if you want to have a better understanding of what you want to do in the future."

Meet the team

The mentors who work with your student

NextBound advisors include educators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals who are passionate about helping students build meaningful work and navigate the college admissions process.